All Apple users who own a MacBook, they know which Sometimes these computers overheat too much. Many times, justifiably, When we play a game or a heavy program too hard, but other times just doing simple tasks, we feel that our computer boils. Today we will see what to do if a MacBook gets too hot.
If this is your case and you still don't know why this is happening, you have come to the right place. Remember You should never do anything that requires taking apart your computer, if you have no idea how to do it., so, First, call a professional.
Changing thermal paste
One of the things that acts the most to dissipate the heat from the processor is the Thermal paste, since this is capable of eliminating the gaps generated between the processor and the heatsink, in this way, no air build-up. If for some reason this paste is not applied correctly, or it has been a while since you last changed it, you will probably need to apply new paste.
To change the thermal paste, you will need disassemble all equipmentThis is why if you have never taken apart a computer before, and you have no idea how to do it, you should see a professional. The best thing to do is to take it to a technical service, especially if you have already ruled out all other solutions.
Clean your Mac inside
Note that Dust and other particles can affect the performance of your Mac's fans and sometimes even break them.. Therefore, if you notice that your computer is starting to overheat and you haven't done a deep cleaning for a while, you should think about giving it one.
There are many objects to help you to clean the most inaccessible areas of your computer, but without a doubt one of the simplest is a bottle of compressed air. You will only have to Remove the bottom panel of the Mac and blow air into the vents. Then, wipe off every particle of dust with a cloth and replace the panel.
If you are afraid to do this, or have doubts about how to do it, you should visit a professional to do it for you.
Don't use any charger
On any device, be it a mobile phone, a computer or a tablet, you must have Be careful with the type of charger used for recharge BatteryThe same thing happens on Macs, because a charger designed for them performs a Huge engineering work to prevent power surges to your equipment.
This function is extremely important, since It can only be obtained from those adapters authorized by the Apple company.And while you don't need to purchase the company's official chargers, there are other brands that Apple has permission to sell its products.
To realize that you are For a device that has the company's blessing, you should find the MFI seal on the product box.If it does not contain this seal, it probably does not guarantee youce security, so it can end introducing more energy to the battery than is appropriateThis overload is fatal for the computer, as it causes overheating of the other components of the system.
Check the CPU and reduce computer activity
If you find yourself doing a simple banal activity like editing a video or listening to music, and you notice your Mac starts to heat up, you should probably take a look at the CPU. Many times, there are Numerous processes that do not work correctly and are activated in the background, overloading the CPU, and causes that heat you feel when you touch the computer.
You simply must Open Activity Monitor, and look for the option of View and then All ProcessesHere, you need to click on the “CPU” column to sort the CPU-hungry apps from highest to lowest.
Of course, if you see any process that is unknown to you, and that is consuming a lot of CPU, you can secondary click on it and force it to quitIt is important that all applications are closed when performing this action.
You should also keep in mind that Yes, there are applications that consume a high percentage of CPU and are important for the system., so you should not close them.
Stay updated to the latest version of macOS
You often have to think about updating your computer to the latest version of the operating system. And although it may be a little scary to integrate new features, characteristics which Sometimes they are not perfectly coupled or You don't like them, the truth is that Apple is always working to optimize its computers.
With each update, countless security issues resolved and performance improvements, this translates into better performance of the fans that your Mac has built in. These have the function of cool or refresh your device through sensors of the critical components of the computer.
To update your Mac's software to the latest version, simply Go to the System Preferences option and, here, look for Software Update. In older versions of macOS, this section does not appear here, so you must go to the App Store. Once there, you must open the updates tab to find the most recent version of macOS.
Reset the SMC
There are times when Computer fans act late and do not turn on until the computer is very hot. EIn these cases, you will probably need reset the SMC. This is nothing more than the Computer management controller, responsible for monitoring the battery and fansTo reset it, you need to know what type of Mac you are using.
If you are using a MacBook with T2 chip, You just have to hold down the keys Ctrl + Option + Shift for 7 seconds. Afterwards, you must hold down the button turn on for another 7 seconds, once the computer turns off, press again on turn on to start it.
If you use a iMac With T2 chip, the process would be much easier, you just have to Unplug the power cord from the computer, and wait 15 seconds before plugging it back in.. Wait another 5 seconds and turn on your iMac again.
If your computer is a MacBook without a T2 chip, only Turn off your Mac and hold down the Shift + Option + Ctrl + Power button keys for 10 secondsAfter this time, turn your Mac back on.
Avoid direct sunlight
If you notice that your computer wakes up hot or when you come back from work you find it boiling even though it is off, you should probably check the premises where it is located. If you see that sunlight is shining directly on the equipment, you should change its placer, as this affects the Mac's components by overheating.
Always make sure Place your computer in a cool place away from sunlight. directly, in addition to placing it in a Smooth, hard surface to keep air vents open. Usually the best place is the room where the air conditioning cools it.
Think about ventilation
There are computers that, for no apparent reason, run hotter than others. While this probably won't be a direct solution to the problem causing your Mac to overheat, it will certainly improve its condition. A computer of any type will always heat up more if it has inadequate cooling., beyond the rest of the variants or causes that we can think of.
To make sure you cool down your computer a bit, You might want to think about getting a support, these lift your MacBook and leave the cooling vents free, allowing for optimal air circulation. If you have trouble finding a stand and want a quicker solution, you can place your laptop on something, so that the windows have free space for air to circulate. Be careful how you place it, otherwise the cure may be worse than the disease.
An additional solution is to add a fan, but this does not replace the previous one, it is more important that the equipment has free space.
Uninstall unnecessary software
In a way, we already covered this part in the CPU section, but let's look at it differently now. Not all processes are going to be reflected in the Activity Monitor, especially those that don't want to be detected. Update your antivirus to the latest version, uninstall applications you have recently installed and if nothing else works, be prepared to back up your important data and then reset your computer.
Take your MacBook to a licensed technician
Yes, it's all very well being independent and knowing how to do things, but there are people who see the same problems 10 times a day, and they have less chance of damaging the computer than we do. So, instead of going around in circles and getting creative, We can take the problem to a professional and let them do a good job.
And that's all, let me know in the comments if you has your computer given you problems of this type and how have you solved them?